Brewski Chili


Submitted By: Gary Gustafson

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef (75% to 85% lean)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can light red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can chili beans with sauce
  • 1 can diced, stewed tomatoes
  • 1 medium-large jalapeño pepper, seeds removed, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sorghum
  • 6-12 ounces beer
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • A few dashes of Tabasco sauce, to taste
  • Flour or cornstarch to thicken, if desired

    • Instructions


    Brown and break up ground beef with chopped onions in frying pan; drain grease. Put mixture in a slow cooker. Add beans, tomatoes, pepper, sorghum, beer (the alcohol burns off in cooking), and seasonings; stir well and cook on low-medium for two to three hours, depending on cooker. Stir occasionally and sample, adding salt or Tabasco to taste. Before serving, thicken with cornstarch, if desired.
    Serve in cup or bowl with your favorite garnishes (crackers, sour cream, shredded cheese, or chopped onion) or pour a little on a hot dog for a great chili dog!